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Unless specified otherwise, each day of this Virtual Course will include a lunch break from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET. 

This virtual course will give government contractors a comprehensive review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activities.

This is a fundamental course in government contracting covering, in critical point fashion, the key elements you need to function effectively in today's federal procurement world. Further, the program covers a comprehensive amount of ground in an easily digestible manner in clear, concise terms you can swiftly apply to your individual work and operations.

Who should attend:
  • Newly hired professionals in all government contracting roles at all levels and all sizes of organizations
  • Business and organizations who are exploring or have acquired a government contract either as a prime contractor or a subcontractor
  • Specialists who have been working in limited areas of procurement, those who have not had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the total picture.
  • Experienced professionals needing an effective refresher, to be brought up to date on new rules, new procedures, new rights, and new remedies
Learning Objectives: 
After completing this course, you will be able to:
  • Know the historical context of federal acquisition
  • Recognize relevant statutes, laws and regulations in acquisition
  • Recognize the different contract types
  • Determine hierarchy of government structure related to acquisition and roles
  • Respond to an invitation for bids
  • Complete a basic bid proposal package
  • Understand bid deadlines and challenges
  • Prepare a basic proposal with all the correct elements
  • Respond to a bid protest 
  • Able to make an appeal if a dispute should arise
  • Understand the differences between termination types
  • Have basic knowledge on cost recovery and cost principles

This live virtual course is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
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Upcoming Sessions
Basics of Government Contracting - Live Virtual Course March 2025 - Day 1 Session
Lunch Break will be from 1pm - 2pm ET Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implemen... more
Basics of Government Contracting - Live Virtual Course March 2025 - Day 2 Session
Lunch Break will be from 1pm - 2pm ET Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implemen... more
Basics of Government Contracting - Live Virtual Course March 2025 - Day 3 Session
Lunch Break will be from 1pm - 2pm ET Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implemen... more
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